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📍 West Orange, NJ · Essex County

School District for
Zip Code 07052 — West Orange, NJ

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ZIP 07052 is served by West Orange Town School District, rated 7/10 — 65th percentile in New Jersey.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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West Orange Town School District · Grades Pre-K – 12th

7
out of 10 Rating Good
State reading & math tests (NJSLA 2024–25) · 65th percentile in NJ
▲ Improving — up 11.9 points since 2021–22
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Can I rent in West Orange and still attend schools in this district?
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the West Orange Town School District boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the West Orange Town School District rating compare to other districts in NJ?
The West Orange Town School District has an overall rating of 7/10 (Good) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in NJ page to compare with other districts statewide.
School District · West Orange, NJ
West Orange Town School District
📍 Essex County, NJ · Zip Code 07052
7/10
Rating
6,835
Students
13
Schools
Pre-K – 12th
Grade Span
Good About this district: Public school district serving West Orange, NJ
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
179 Eagle Rock Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052
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District Type
Public School District
Assigned Schools for Zip 07052
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in West Orange Town School District13 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (9)
  • Gregory Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 484 students
  • Kelly Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 451 students
  • Redwood Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 446 students
  • St. Cloud Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 436 students
  • Washington Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 414 students
  • Mount Pleasant Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 349 students
  • Hazel Avenue Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 334 students
  • West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center — Grades PK–PK · 54 students
  • Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center — Grades PK–PK · 49 students
📚 Middle Schools (3)
  • Liberty Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 559 students
  • Edison Middle School — Grades 6–6 · 477 students
  • Roosevelt Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 457 students
🎓 High Schools (1)
  • West Orange High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,106 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
Individual school-level data is not available for this district in our current data. Contact the district office to confirm your specific school assignment within this zip code.
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricWest Orange Town School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment6,8353,700↑ Larger than avg
Number of Schools136Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$23,000/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating7/10 — GoodAbove average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact West Orange Town School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options. Nearby zip codes are served by Orange City Township School District and Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District — if your address is near a district line, your assignment may differ from this zip-level estimate.
How West Orange Town School District Compares NearbyState percentile · NJSLA 2024–25
DistrictRatingPercentileStudents
West Orange Town School District (this district)7/1065th6,835
Orange City Township School District2/1018th5,744
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District8/1079th7,067
Passaic City School District2/1010th12,834
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 65.3% · Math proficiency: 48.6% · Combined average: 57%
Ranked against 582 rated districts in NJ → 65th percentile7/10.
Source: New Jersey Dept. of Education NJSLA, grades 3–8 Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does West Orange Town School District serve?
West Orange Town School District serves students from Pre-K – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 07052. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact West Orange Town School District?
You can reach West Orange Town School District via phone: (973)669-5400 or website: www.woboe.org. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 07052.
Is West Orange Town School District a public school district?
West Orange Town School District is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 07052, contact West Orange Town School District directly.

About West Orange Town School District

West Orange Town School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 07052 in West Orange Town, New Jersey. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 07052. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.

Understanding the 7/10 Rating

With a rating of 7/10 (above average), West Orange Town School District ranks among New Jersey’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in New Jersey’s NJSLA grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Jersey is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

West Orange Town School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New Jersey. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 07052

Children in zip code 07052 are assigned to West Orange Town School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 07052, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact West Orange Town School District at (973)669-5400 or visit www.woboe.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in West Orange

For families considering a purchase in the West Orange Town area, district assignment matters financially. Because West Orange Town School District serves zip code 07052, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 07052. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support West Orange Town School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 07052.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with West Orange Town School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 07052 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating7/10
GradeGood
Grades ServedPre-K – 12th
District TypePublic School District
Total Students
Total Schools13
Per-Pupil Spending$23,000/yr (est.)
Phone(973)669-5400
Data SourceNCES 2024